You might have been recently thinking about buying a used industrial boiler. After all, your business might really need a boiler soon, and the cost of a new boiler might have shocked you when you looked into it. It's true that buying a used industrial boiler can sometimes be a good idea, but you should be careful when you're shopping. For example, there are a few things that you will definitely want to look for, including the things listed below.

Modern Safety Features

Just because you are purchasing a used industrial boiler does not mean that you can't purchase a boiler that has modern safety features. The used boiler that you purchase should have automatic shutoffs that will shut off the boiler if there is an issue with fuel level or water level, for example.

Maintenance Records

As is the case with a lot of industrial equipment, the truth is that industrial boilers that have been well-maintained are typically much longer-lasting than those that haven't. Therefore, ideally, you should have access to maintenance records for the used boiler that you want to purchase. Purchasing a used boiler that has been properly maintained over the years can help increase your chances that you will be able to get many years of use out of it.

Inspection Reports

The company that you are purchasing your used boiler from might have already had it inspected by a professional. This is an important thing to look for, since the inspection reports should give you some insight into the condition of the used boiler, and you can feel good in knowing that you're buying a safe and usable boiler if you look for a positive inspection report before buying. If the seller has not had an inspection done or cannot provide you with an inspection report, then it's a good idea for you to hire your own inspector to check it over before you buy it. This might seem like an unnecessary expense — especially if the boiler appears to be in good condition and if you're buying it from a reputable company — but you'll probably find it's worth it.

As you can see, there are certain things you should look for when purchasing a used industrial boiler. Then, you can make sure that you buy a used boiler that you will be able to count on, and you'll hopefully be able to save some money from purchasing your boiler used instead of buying it brand-new.